FC Seoul aim to consolidate AFC Champions League Two hopes against The Cong-Viettel FC

match overview and context

Group E of the AFC Champions League Two returns on Wednesday, 4 November 2026 with a key fixture between FC Seoul and The Cong-Viettel FC. Kick-off is scheduled for 10:00 UTC at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul. This match represents a crucial opportunity for both sides to improve their position in the group standings as the competition progresses. The game will be overseen by the appointed referee, ensuring fair play throughout the 90 minutes.

standings and stakes in group e

Currently, FC Seoul sit third in the group after three matches. They have registered one win and two losses, accumulating three points with a goal difference of plus one, having scored five and conceded four. The Cong-Viettel FC occupy fourth place, trailing by two points with just one point from three matches. They have yet to win in this campaign, drawing once and losing twice, with a goal difference of minus six, having scored only once and conceded seven. Both teams face pressure to secure points and enhance their chances of advancing beyond the group stage.

recent form and momentum

FC Seoul’s recent form shows a mixed picture. Across their last five matches, they have drawn a single win from a sequence of four consecutive defeats. Their latest outing was an emphatic 5-0 away victory over The Cong-Viettel FC on 28 October, which marked a significant upturn. Prior to that, they suffered away defeats to Melbourne Victory (0-3) and Vissel Kobe (1-2), as well as a home loss to Persib Bandung (0-1). Overall, FC Seoul have scored six goals and conceded seven in this period, averaging 1.2 goals per game while allowing 1.4. This win could provide a boost as they return home for this fixture. The Cong-Viettel FC, meanwhile, have struggled to find form. Their past three matches resulted in two losses and a draw, conceding seven goals and scoring just once. Their most recent match was the heavy 0-5 home defeat to FC Seoul. Before that, they lost 0-1 away to Persib Bandung and drew 1-1 at home against Melbourne Victory on 16 September. Their poor defensive record and low scoring rate of 0.3 goals per game highlight the challenges they face heading into this match.

head-to-head history

The teams have met only once prior to this fixture in the 2026 AFC Champions League Two group stage. That encounter took place on 28 October 2026 at The Cong-Viettel FC’s home ground, where FC Seoul secured a dominant 5-0 victory. This result underscores FC Seoul’s advantage in their recent head-to-head meetings and may influence the dynamics of the upcoming match.

where to watch

Fans will be able to follow the match live as it unfolds at the Seoul World Cup Stadium. Broadcast details have not been specified, so supporters should check local listings to catch all the action from this important Group E clash.

Where the teams stand

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